Tax and accounting resources – Geneva & French-speaking Switzerland
Based in Geneva and active throughout French-speaking Switzerland, our teams also support clients in Switzerland and internationally. Below you will find a selection of practical documents and articles adapted to the Geneva, Romandy and federal regulatory context. These resources are provided for your convenience and do not constitute personalized advice. For a targeted analysis of your situation, contact our team.
Expert articles
Optimizing VAT Management in Geneva in 2025: Common Mistakes, Best Practices, and Solutions for SMEs
A concrete and up-to-date guide for SMEs in Geneva on optimizing VAT management, preventing frequent errors, and applying practical solutions in light of the regulatory changes in 2025.
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Read the articleMastering the Management of Minutes and General Meetings in SMEs in Geneva in 2025: Challenges, Obligations, and Practical Solutions
Discover a comprehensive guide to the effective management of minutes and general meetings for SMEs in Geneva: legal obligations, process optimization, digital tools, and practical advice updated for 2025.
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Read the articleBusiness transfer in Geneva in 2025: succession, valuation and strategies for SME leaders and families
Facing demographic aging and market evolution, business transfer is becoming a central challenge for Geneva’s SMEs and family businesses in 2025. This comprehensive guide explains how to anticipate succession, achieve proper business valuation, organize operational and tax transition, and set up a lasting transfer within the family or to new shareholders.
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Read the articleCompany Formation in Geneva in 2025: Updated Steps, Solutions for SMEs and Independents
Discover the comprehensive guide for forming a company in Geneva in 2025, highlighting new obligations, key steps, options for independents and SMEs, as well as concrete solutions for a successful incorporation in French-speaking Switzerland.
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Read the articlePayroll management in Geneva in 2025: obligations, practical challenges and solutions for SMEs and self-employed
A comprehensive strategic guide to payroll management in Geneva in 2025, covering new legal obligations, operational challenges and practical solutions for SMEs and the self-employed. Discover best practices to secure your processes, optimize your costs and stay up to date amid the complexities of Swiss regulations.
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Read the articleInternal Control for SMEs in Geneva in 2025: Managing Risks and Automating Effectively
Practical guide for implementing or strengthening an internal control system (ICS) adapted to Geneva-based SMEs, combining security, compliance, and time savings, with concrete advice on automating key processes.
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Read the articleReforming Financial Management Outsourcing for SMEs in Geneva in 2025: Challenges, Processes, Limits and Concrete Solutions
Discover how Geneva SMEs can succeed, secure, and enhance the outsourcing of their financial management (outsourced CFO). This article details the challenges, implementation steps, potential limitations, preferred tools, selection criteria, and 2025 innovations, based on the latest official recommendations.
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Read the articleWealth management and optimization in Switzerland: concrete strategies for entrepreneurs, self-employed, and HNIs in Geneva (2025)
A comprehensive, practical guide for entrepreneurs, self-employed, and high-net-worth individuals seeking to optimize and protect their wealth in Geneva in 2025. Operational advice, new challenges, concrete cases, and updated legal framework.
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Read the articleDigitalisation of accounting in 2025: new obligations, challenges, and solutions for SMEs in Geneva
From 2025, all Geneva SMEs must digitize their accounting to comply with new tax and administrative obligations. This practical guide details the new requirements, risks of non-compliance, and offers concrete solutions for a successful transition.
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Read the articleLPP 2025: Reforms, New Obligations, and Practical Impacts for Businesses and Self-Employed in Geneva
Discover all the LPP (occupational pension) changes coming into effect in 2025: thresholds, coordinated salaries, contribution management, financial impact, and compliance for SMEs, the self-employed, and employers in Geneva. A practical guide, examples, steps, and tips to adapt safely.
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Read the articleBusiness Acquisition in Geneva in 2025: Strategic Advice, Key Steps and Caution Points for SMEs and Independant Professionals
A practical guide for leaders and entrepreneurs in French-speaking Switzerland considering purchasing a business: tax, financial, legal and organizational aspects, with practical advice for a successful acquisition.
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Read the articleOutsourcing Accounting in Geneva for SMEs in 2025: Benefits, Key Steps, and Tips for a Successful Transition
Discover how outsourcing accounting can transform the financial management of SMEs in Geneva: tangible benefits, process, tailored solutions, common pitfalls to avoid, and practical advice based on the latest developments and official sources.
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Read the articleVAT Compliance Audit in Geneva for SMEs: Key Points, Common Risks and Process in 2025
Discover how to prepare for and successfully pass a VAT compliance audit in French-speaking Switzerland: essential steps, common errors to avoid and concrete solutions for Geneva SMEs.
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Read the articleAdministrative outsourcing for SMEs in Geneva: practical solutions and benefits in 2025
Discover how administrative outsourcing optimizes costs, reduces risks, and frees up time for SME leaders in Geneva. Key legal points and real-life examples, with practical advice and safeguards to implement.
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Read the articleBEPS 2.0: What impacts and new tax obligations for SMEs in Switzerland from 2025?
Discover how the international tax reform BEPS 2.0 is changing the taxation landscape for SMEs in Switzerland, the obligations to anticipate from 2025, and concrete solutions for a smooth adaptation.
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Read the articleMinutes of General Meeting: obligations, drafting and best practices in Switzerland (2025)
Discover the legal requirements, practical advice, and templates to efficiently draft the minutes of a general meeting (GM minutes) in Switzerland, whether you are an SME, SA, Sàrl, or self-employed. Complete guide including 2025 updates, common mistakes to avoid, and official references.
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Read the articleCompany domiciliation in Geneva: registered office, options and costs (2025)
What a Geneva domiciliation includes (registered office address, mail handling, attestation), who it suits, how to choose and indicative pricing.
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Read the articleCompany formation in Switzerland: legal forms, steps and costs (2025)
Practical guide to create a company in Switzerland (GmbH/Sàrl, AG/SA, sole proprietorship): Commercial Register, VAT, banking, timelines and indicative costs.
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Read the articleManaging a SA or Sàrl in Geneva in 2025: legal obligations, responsibilities, and best practices for directors
A concrete and updated overview of the legal, tax, and operational responsibilities of SA and Sàrl directors in Geneva in 2025. Key watchpoints, practical advice, and solutions to avoid litigation and sanctions.
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Read the articlePayroll outsourcing in Geneva in 2025: benefits, security and concrete steps for SMEs
Find out why and how to outsource payroll management in Geneva: the challenges, tangible benefits for SMEs, payroll data security, and practical steps for a successful transition.
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Read the articleOdoo 18: key payroll and accounting updates for SMEs in Geneva in 2025
Analysis of new Odoo 18 features useful for accounting management, payroll, and Swissdec 5.0 integration. Focus on the specific needs of SMEs and freelancers based in Geneva.
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Read the articleSwissdec 5.0 in Geneva: comprehensive guide to new payroll obligations 2025
The switch to Swissdec 5.0 becomes essential for all Geneva-based companies from 2025. What are the real implications, which migration strategy to choose, what pitfalls to avoid? The essentials for SMEs and freelancers.
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Read the articleSwissdec 5.0 and new payroll/salary rules in Geneva for 2025: what SMEs and self-employed need to know
Overview of salary changes in Geneva in 2025, including swissdec 5.0, new scales, LPP/LAA/AC contributions, and best practices for SMEs.
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Read the articleOdoo 18: what's new in payroll and accounting 2025 for SMEs and freelancers in Geneva
Discover how Odoo 18 is revolutionizing payroll and accounting management in 2025: Swissdec 5.0 compliance, LPP/LAA/AC and VAT rates, best practices for Geneva.
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